Year 5 Teacher (Fixed Term Contract)

The Independent Schools Council; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Abingdon Preparatory School is seeking an outstanding Year 5 Teacher from February 2027 to cover a period of maternity leave. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a teacher committed to excellent classroom practice within a warm, ambitious, and nurturing school environment.

Applicants should have strong pastoral skills and a passion for helping pupils achieve academic success, and you will be a well-qualified and experienced teacher who works positively with colleagues while caring for

Qualifications

• Applicants should have strong pastoral skills and a passion for helping pupils achieve academic success.
• You will be a well-qualified and experienced teacher with vision, purpose and warmth.
• Able to work positively with colleagues and to engage parents in pupils' learning.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave from February 2027.
• Deliver high-quality teaching for Year 5.
• Foster a warm, ambitious, and nurturing school environment.

Skills

Pastoral skills

Classroom management

Vision and warmth

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Job description

Abingdon Preparatory School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Year 5 Teacher from February 2027 to cover a period of maternity leave. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a teacher committed to excellent classroom practice within a warm, ambitious, and nurturing school environment. Applicants should have strong pastoral skills and a passion for helping pupils achieve academic success.

You will be a well-qualified and experienced teacher with vision, purpose and warmth who works positively with colleagues and derives satisfaction from caring for and encouraging all children.

All Abingdon Prep School staff are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. They act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills up to date and are self-critical, forging positive professional relationships and working with parents in the best interests of all pupils.

We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

Early applications are encouraged and we may make an appointment prior to the published closing date.